GOLDEN BRIDGE WELDING ELECTRODE - J38-E6013

The GOLDEN BRIDGE WELDING ELECTRODE J38-E6013 is a mild steel welding electrode, commonly identified by its AWS classification E6013.

Here is a detailed description based on its classification and typical product characteristics:

1. Classification and Type
AWS Classification: E6013

Golden Bridge Model: Often designated as J38.12 (or sometimes J38-12).

Coating Type: Rutile-based (or high titania/titanium oxide coated). This is indicated by the '3' in E6013.

2. Key Characteristics and Welding Performance
Arc Action: Provides a soft, stable, and smooth arc.

Slag: Produces a medium to heavy slag that is typically easy to remove.

Spatter: Generally low spatter level.

Weld Bead: Excellent, smooth, and clean bead appearance, often used for cosmetic welding.

Re-striking: Easy to re-strike the arc.

Penetration: Offers moderate to shallow penetration, making it suitable for thin materials where burn-through is a concern.

Usable Current: Operates on both AC (Alternating Current) and DC (Direct Current), either DCEP (Electrode Positive) or DCEN (Electrode Negative). This versatility makes it ideal for a wide range of welding machines, including low-voltage AC machines.


3. Applications
The Golden Bridge J38-E6013 electrode is a general-purpose rod widely used for:

Welding of general low-carbon steel structures (mild steel).

Welding of thin plates and small-sized steel pieces.

Sheet metal applications (e.g., automobile bodies, truck frames).

General fabrication and repair work (e.g., metal furniture, farm implements).

Situations that require a smooth, aesthetically pleasing weld bead.

4. Welding Position
All-Position welding (Flat, Horizontal, Vertical, Overhead).

It performs particularly well in the vertical-down position, especially for thinner materials.

Explanation of the AWS E6013 Designation:
E: Electrode

60: Minimum tensile strength of the deposited weld metal in thousands of pounds per square inch (60,000 psi minimum or ≈414 MPa).

1: Usable in all welding positions (Flat, Horizontal, Vertical, Overhead).

3: Indicates the type of flux coating (rutile-based or high titania) and the suitable current (AC or DC).